Ecotech Marine VorTech MP10 Propeller Pump w/ Wireless EcoSMART Driver. Designed especially for nano-reef aquariums, the MP10 from EcoTech Marine is a small yet powerful pump. The MP10 is ideal for tanks from 2.5 to 50 gallons tanks. Creates gentle flows of 200 to 1,575 gallons per hour, helping the tanks feel more like the ocean.

The MP10 shares the same award-winning technology as the MP40w and lets you take full control of the flow. With all the electrical components outside the aquarium and a variety of easy-to-program modes, the VorTech is the safest, most versatile pump on the market.

The Classic Reef Crest, Lagoonal, Short Pulse and Long Pulse Modes are still included

EcoSmart Tidal Swell Mode

In this EcoSMART mode water is circulated to create a harmonic balance in your aquarium reminiscent of the changing flow conditions that would be found in nature. Over the course of several hours, the flow pattern will go from very chaotic with an emphasis on left to right flow direction to an emphasis on right to left flow direction, all the while experiencing calm period in between and followed by a great surge of flow at the very end of the cycle. Adjusting the dial changes the maximum speed achieved at any time during this mode. Slave pumps should be positioned opposite the master and on the back of the tank to take full advantage of the EcoSMART modes.

EcoSmart Nutrient Transport Mode

In this EcoSMART mode, water is circulated in a two phase program consisting of wave motion to stir up detritus and surging motion to move the detritus into your overflow where it can be skimmed out. This effect promotes maximum health and nutrient export, as well as increased growth for sensitive corals such as SPS. Adjusting the dial changes the maximum speed achieved at any time during this mode. Slave pumps should be positioned opposite the master and on the back of the tank to take full advantage of the EcoSMART modes.

Classic Reef-Crest and Lagoonal Random Modes

In random mode you can toggle between two different modes, Reef-Crest and Lagoonal. When a pump is in Lagoonal Random Mode, the dial is used to set the maximum operational speed, and the driver will automatically randomize the pumps output to simulate either a high (Reef-Crest) or low (Lagoonal) energy reef environment. If this pump is a master, the associated slave pumps will replicate the master in sync or anti-sync modes.

EcoSMART Driver General Operational Modes

This product is for any serious aquarium hobbyist that owns or plans to own an EcoTech Marine VorTech pump. By adding a battery backup you are insulated from power interruptions for up to 30 hours. In 4 - 10 hours of no flow, an aquarium with all its fish and corals begins to die. Buy time, it`s rarely for sale.

EcoTech Marine has revolutionized the way people think about water movement in reef aquariums. Our technologically superior pumps produce unmatched broad yet gentle flow, while placing the motor outside the tank—preserving the beauty of your aquarium and enhancing the health of your aquarium ecosystem. The EcoTech leadership team consists of aquarium enthusiasts and engineers with a penchant for challenging the status quo. When EcoTech took root in the science labs of Lehigh University and University of Oklahoma, we realized there were serious differences between the native aquatic ecosystems in nature and the terrestrial habitats created in aquariums—and that little was being done to address this gap in the marketplace. Since that day, we have worked tirelessly to improve the “state of the art” to enable our customers to have the healthiest, safest and smartest aquarium possible. That’s why our products offer a wide variety of easy-to-program modes and have been thoroughly tested and endorsed by marine-biologists—making it the most versatile and life-like pump on the market.

Ecotech Marine VorTech Pumps

by
THOMAS PEDIGO

Excellent!

Posted: 8/24/2012 from BRADENTON, FL UNITED STATES

5.05

Experience Level:
Intermediate

Comments:These Ecotech Marine VorTech MP40w ES ecosmart propeller pumps are working great in my 260 gallon salt water aquarium. If you are looking for a new propeller pump for your aquarium this is the pump you should be looking to purchase.

Could Not Be More Happy!

by
WM

Excellent!

Posted: 7/31/2012 from METAIRIE, LA UNITED STATES

5.05

Experience Level:
Intermediate

Comments:I have two MP10's on opposite sides of a 58 gallon 36" long tank. Water flow is amazing. It's so strong that I can't even run them at half speed! I only turn them up occasionally to create a "storm" to stir up detritus from the live rock. I love the "feed mode" too. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Ecotech Radion and Vortech

by
RICHARD GRIMALDI

Excellent!

Posted: 11/30/2011 from BOULDER, CO UNITED STATES

5.05

Experience Level:
Intermediate

Comments:This is the only system I know of that works together both pumps and lights and I am very impressed. The cost is high but take into account how clean the system is no timers very few power cords no one else compares so far

Great product!

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STEVE

Excellent!

Posted: 11/19/2011 from DENVER, CO UNITED STATES

5.05

Experience Level:
Intermediate

Comments:I receive two Ecotech MP40ES pumps along with the backup battery. One pump handled flawlessly but am only using it in continuous mode to provide extra circulation for my 300 gallon freshwater tank. It puts out a lot of flow and the path is very broad but gentle. A nice undertow is created along with good surface agitation. The other pump's dry side had an issue but contacted Ecotech's customer support and they immediately shipped me a new motor. I just received it and it is working without issue. I purchased these units for my freshwater tank but will have them handy when I upgrade to a reef in the future.

Mp40's

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JASON OVERACKER

Excellent!

Posted: 11/6/2011 from San Luis Obispo, CA UNITED STA

5.05

Experience Level:
Expert

Comments:Wow we wow every sps tank must have these..... Very happy .... Very well engineered.... Largest P E I have ever seen on my montiporas... A must have ... I would highly recommend this to everyone!

Worth the money

by
Jim York

Excellent!

Posted: 5/16/2011 from LEBANON, OH UNITED STATES

5.05

Experience Level:
Expert

Comments:Having trouble swallowing the price tag? I was too until I finally tried them. I have tried all the others trying to save money. For example, the Maxi-Jet 1200 with mod, the Hydor Koralia, etc. The Maxi's can't go on a wavemaker and half the time spin backwards requiring you to mess with them a lot. I've had two Koralias quit working and fall apart with 6 months. I have Tunze Turbelle 6105 which are also very good but I still prefer the VorTech. The VorTech's put out a wide and even stream where the Tunze is more of a "jet stream". I like the VorTech design with the wires outside the tank. I don't like looking inside the tank and seeing wires. The programming is simple and gives you every possible flow pattern you will need. They're dependable; you won't be replacing them for years. The battery backup is great. I've lost power twice, once for 4 hours and once for 8. I didn't lose a single coral or fish (and didn't have to manually circulate water every 15 minutes!). I have 2 MP40's and 2 Tunze's on my 180G. I have 4 MP40's on my 150G Rubbermaid SPS frag tank. Coral color, growth and polyp extension have greatly improved after adding the MP40's. If you can afford it, do it!

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